16 Irresistible Dishes Starring Goat Cheese

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Goat cheese makes everything better—don’t argue, just embrace it. Whether it’s crispy Fried Goat Cheese Balls with Cherries and Pecans, a melty Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwich with Peaches + Raspberry Jam, or the ultimate snacking situation with Goat Cheese Dip with Tomatoes and Herbs, this slideshow is here to prove that tangy, creamy perfection belongs in every meal. Need a showstopper? Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil will have everyone convinced you’re a culinary genius, while Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Pizza is basically gourmet on a plate. And for dessert? Blackberry Goat Cheese Cheesecake is proof that goat cheese has no limits. Get ready to fall in love—one creamy, dreamy bite at a time.

Green Salad with Shrimp, Beets, Sweet Pecans and Goat Cheese

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Green Salad with Shrimp, Beets, Pecans and Goat Cheese | foodiecrush.com
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This vibrant Green Salad with Shrimp is a symphony of flavors and textures! Sweet glazed pecans, roasted beets, and creamy goat cheese complement perfectly grilled shrimp, all served over a bed of fresh spring lettuces. It’s a healthy and satisfying meal that’s both easy to make and beautiful to serve.
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Roasted Butternut Squash Spinach Salad with Goat’s Cheese

teal bowl of butternut squash and spinach salad with goat\'s cheese
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This Roasted Butternut Squash Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese is the perfect fall dish. It’s packed with flavor and nutrients and makes a delicious, healthy meal! The combination of roasted butternut squash, spinach, goat cheese, and a tangy dressing is simply irresistible.
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Breakfast Strata with Mushrooms & Caramelized Onions

A delicious Baked Egg Casserole called Breakfast Strata with mushrooms, caramelized onions, goat cheese and thyme, perfect for the holidays. Make it ahead! | www.feastingathome.com
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This Breakfast Strata is a delicious baked egg casserole featuring mushrooms, caramelized onions, goat cheese, and thyme. It’s perfect for a holiday brunch or any special occasion! This recipe is a savory and comforting dish that’s sure to impress.
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Fresh Fig Tart

Delicious recipe for Roasted Fig Tart with Honey, Goat cheese and Mascarpone....using fresh figs, lightly roasted and caramelized in the oven. | www.feastingathome.com
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This Fresh Fig Tart recipe features roasted figs, rosemary, and honey combined with a creamy goat cheese and mascarpone filling. It’s the perfect dessert for entertaining or enjoying during the fall or summer months. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes this tart a unique and delightful treat!
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Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwiches with Peaches + Raspberry Jam

Sweet & savory grilled goat cheese sandwiches grilled to perfection with fresh peaches and raspberry jam in every bite. The ultimate grown up grilled cheese with ingredients you can feel good about.
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These Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwiches with Peaches and Raspberry Jam are a sweet and savory treat! This fun twist on a classic sandwich is perfect for a summer lunch or a light vegetarian meal. The combination of creamy goat cheese, juicy peaches, and sweet raspberry jam grilled to perfection will tantalize your taste buds.
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Blueberry Hand Pies

An overhead shot of two blueberry turnovers with blueberry icing ready to serve on a white plate next to fresh blueberries and goat cheese in a package
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These Blueberry Hand Pies are the perfect treat with a buttery, flaky crust and a unique blueberry vanilla goat cheese cream filling. Topped with a sweet blueberry glaze, they’re a delightful combination of flavors that’s sure to impress. These hand pies are perfect for any occasion, especially a Fourth of July celebration or spring gathering!
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Goat Cheese Dip with Tomatoes and Herbs

baked goat cheese dip topped with cherry tomatoes in a baking dish.
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This baked goat cheese dip is an elegant and easy appetizer perfect for any occasion! Bursting with fresh flavors from cherry tomatoes, basil, and garlic, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve with crusty bread or crackers for dipping.
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Kale Salad Recipe with Apples & Fried Goat Cheese (Fall Salad Ideas)

Kale Salad recipe with apples, onions, goat cheese, seeds, and bacon
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This Autumn Kale Salad recipe is the perfect fall salad idea, made with kale, apples, onions, pumpkin seeds, bacon, and fried goat cheese. Drizzled with a maple pumpkin salad dressing, this kale apple salad makes a tasty and healthy meal!
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Fried Goat Cheese Balls with Cherries and Pecans

Fried goat cheese ball on a fork
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These Fried Goat Cheese Balls with Cherries and Pecans are the perfect appetizer for your next party! These goat cheese poppers are stuffed with dried cherries and pecans, then deep-fried for a crispy and delicious snack. They’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Goat Cheese

Cheesy Mashed Potatoes garnished with bacon
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These Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Goat Cheese are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any holiday gathering. This creamy and delicious recipe elevates classic mashed potatoes with tangy goat cheese and savory bacon, creating a truly unforgettable side dish. Get ready to impress your guests with the best cheesy mashed potatoes they’ve ever tasted!
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Spring Pea Pasta Salad

spring pea pasta salad with fresh herbs and goat cheese in white serving bowl with serving spoons.
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This Spring Pea Pasta Salad is a vibrant and quick dish, perfect for a light dinner or refreshing side. Featuring fresh peas, lemon, and mint, it can be served warm or chilled. Customize it by adding goat cheese for a non-vegan option.
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Grilled Corn & Blueberry Flatbread with Whipped Goat Cheese & Basil Vinaigrette

Grilled Corn & Blueberry Flatbread with Whipped Goat Cheese & Basil Vinaigrette | Baking a Moment
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These easy-to-make flatbreads are perfect for a light lunch or snack! Topped with whipped goat cheese, grilled corn, fresh blueberries, and a basil vinaigrette, they’re a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of summer.
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Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil

Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil -a simple delicious appetizer that is full of amazing flavor! #beets #beet #appetizer #bruschetta #beetrecipes #goatcheese #beetappetizer
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This Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil is an elegant and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. The combination of earthy beets, tangy goat cheese, and fresh basil on toasted baguette slices is simply irresistible. Best of all, you can prepare the components ahead of time and assemble just before serving!
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Goat Cheese Stuffed Fig, Melon and Prosciutto Salad

Stuffed Fig Melon and Prosciutto Salad | foodiecrush.com
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This Goat Cheese Stuffed Fig, Melon and Prosciutto Salad is a simple yet elegant dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Fresh figs are stuffed with goat cheese and herbs, then paired with arugula, melon, and prosciutto for a sweet and savory flavor combination. A honey-wine vinaigrette ties it all together.
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Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Pizza

Baking sheet with a pie of our Goat Cheese Caramelized Onion Pizza recipe
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This Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Pizza is ready in 30 minutes or less. This simple recipe requires only 7 ingredients and is perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Blackberry Goat Cheese Cheesecake

A cheesecake topped with glossy blackberries on a wooden serving board. The creamy filling sits on a dark crust, with a shiny berry glaze. A metal utensil lies beside the cake, and green leaves partially frame the image.
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This classic New York-style Blackberry Goat Cheese Cheesecake by Baking a Moment gets an unexpected upgrade with a few ounces of goat cheese, bringing a deliciously tangy kick to its rich, creamy texture. Paired with a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, this indulgent dessert is anything but ordinary!
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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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